Everything Will Be Alright

"This again?" Richard frowned at his assistant, leaning back in his chair and folding his arms at his chest. "I thought I told you to decline the invitation to Amelie's benefit. I have no business showing up at her place."

Ron took a moment to scrutinize Richard's expression and sighed quietly in relief as he caught a tiny twitch of hesitation. Deep inside, he really wanted to attend that gathering, simply because it would offer him a chance to meet his ex-wife once again. 

Ron decided to cling to that chance like a hawk to its prey. 

"Mr. Clark, I understand that you are utilizing your personal feelings in this matter, but I must remind you that a lot of your partners will be there, and I must admit that we need to be on their good side right now."

Richard shot the man a somewhat sharp glare, not happy with his bluntness, but he still had no choice but to silently agree with his words.